Meaning ofdeaconin English

Noun

1. a church member handling administrative duties; secular tasks
2. a clergyman assisting priests; parish work
3. a lay leader assisting the pastor
   The deacon helped the pastor with Sunday services.
4. an ordained clergyperson serving before priesthood
   The church appointed a new deacon to assist with community outreach.
5. a church officer (below minister) with specific duties
   The deacon was responsible for visiting the sick and elderly members of the congregation.